Abstract
Plasma cyclic-AMP responses to adrenergic agonists are due to stimulation of the peripheral β-adrenergic receptor. Mood responses to stimulants are thought to be due to actions leading to stimulation of central catecholamine receptors. To determine if a peripheral measure of receptor sensitivity could predict central mood effects of stimulants, the plasma cyclic-AMP response and the mood response to intravenous methylphenidate were determined simultaneously in 13 subjects. No correlation between the two responses was found.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 250-255 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Neuropsychobiology |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 1977 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Neuropsychology and Physiological Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health
- Biological Psychiatry